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Top 5 firefighting videos of August 2016

The top videos of August were a a mix of training and humor-filled clips, including an NFL player training like a firefighter and how to tackle a dumpster fire

The top videos of August were a a mix of training and humor-filled clips. NFL player JJ Watts returned to his home town to train like a firefighter -- something much easier said than done. An agility test obstacle course, dumpster fire training and GoPro footage of a large blaze also ranked in the top five videos. Also included in the lineup was a karma-filled footage of an arsonist accidentally setting himself on fire.

JJ Watt trains like a firefighter

NFL star JJ Watt visits his hometown fire department in Wisconsin to work out in full bunker gear.

GoPro: Pa. firefighters battle barn fire

A Pennsylvania firefighter captured the scene of a barn fire and fire crews’ response before his GoPro melted from the heat of the flames.

Reality Training: Dumpster fires

Chief Wylie shows us why this dumpster-fire training video covers all the bases from firefighters in full PPE to an ample amount of instruction to situational awareness.

Ky. department agility test helps narrow pool of 60 applicants

The timed test is made of 10 different stations that includes maneuvering through a dark tunnel maze and running up three flights of stairs with an additional 25 pounds to simulate carrying a water hose.

Ky. arsonist accidentally sets himself on fire

The suspect is seen sprinting across the parking lot after his shorts caught on fire